1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1963 MG MGB
To start off, 1971 Ford GT 40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG MGB would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1963 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1963 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1963 MG MGB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 MG MGB (149 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1963 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 1963 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | GT 40 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2320 mm |
